The is a legacy 10/100 5-Port Ethernet Hub designed for simple, plug-and-play network expansion. Because it is an unmanaged hub, it does not have a web interface or software to configure—you simply plug it in and it works.

While a standalone PDF for the NH1005 specifically can be hard to find due to its age, it belongs to the EtherFast® 10/100 Workgroup Hubs series, which shares identical setup and operation.

To connect this hub to another hub or a router, use the dedicated Uplink port (usually shared with Port 5 or labeled separately).

If only one device works, try power-cycling the hub by unplugging it for 10 seconds.

For more detailed support on older hardware, you can check the Linksys Support Home or browse manuals on community sites like ManyManuals .

The hub's auto-sensing ports allow you to mix 10Mbps and 100Mbps hardware seamlessly.

Plug the external AC power adapter (typically 9V or 12V) into the hub's power jack, then into a wall outlet.

If your model has an MDI/MDIX button, it must be depressed to use the uplink capability. LED Indicator Meanings Power Unit is powered on and ready Link/Act Port has a valid 10/100Mbps connection Link/Act Data is being transmitted or received 10/100M Port is operating at 100Mbps (Fast Ethernet) 10/100M Port is operating at 10Mbps status FDX/Col Port is in Full-duplex mode FDX/Col Collisions occurred (Port is in Half-duplex) Troubleshooting Tips